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CBA Volunteering Opportunity

The Council for British Archaeology (CBA) is looking for volunteer members to join their Casework team – individuals who are interested in historic buildings and who would like to help a National Amenity Society. The role is homeworking for approximately …

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“The Most Fortunate Situation” History of the Museum Gardens

by Dr Peter Hogarth and Professor Ewan Anderson.

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Free City Walks Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th June

“Get to Know your York” Free City Walks York Civic Trust is holding a weekend of 24 x free city walks on varying themes on Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th June from a marquee in St Sampson’s Square. Apart from …

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2017 York Festival of Ideas launched

York Festival of Ideas 2017 runs from 6th to 18th June. With over 180 events including talks, performances and exhibitions there is something for everyone. Copies of the brochure are available from the Lodge or online: York Festival of Ideas …

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Science Asks: Is Anyone out there?

Renowned Physicist Professor Jim Al-Khalili is the editor of a new book “Aliens”, which sets out to find the answer to this question. Contributors include astrophysicist, Martin Rees, broadcaster, Dallas Campbell, and Director of BEYOND, Paul Davies. Offering a lively …

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Eboracum Roman Festival York, 1 – 5 June 2016

The armies of ancient Rome are marching on York again this summer as part of a new festival complete with military parades, siege weapon demonstrations, guided walks and expert speakers. The Eboracum Roman Festival will be based in the York …

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CLIMATE CATASTROPHE – PEATLANDS TO THE RESCUE

This joint lecture with Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, to be held on Tuesday 14th April,  is a change to the advertised programme due to unforeseen circumstances. Lecture by YWT Chief Executive, Dr Rob Stoneman, who will talk about the importance of peat …

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